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What Makes Good Writing? Analyzing Opening Sentences of NYT's Bestselling Books

Lauren Martin & Words of Women Season 1 Episode 20

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Writing is subjective. Art is subejctive. It is, however, a craft and I love talking about the craft. In this episode I go through five books and dissect what makes their openings good or....not so good. With quotes and writing advice from famous authors, it's  a raw, quick dive into the world of literature and what it takes to be a writer...and reader.